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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 22, 1899

Page

9

Rock Band Concert Delights West Scranton Audience

The Rock Band Company gave an excellent evening performance at Plymouth Congregational Church with William Toll as organist and director, Miles Mildred Till as contralto, and Miss Esther Till as reader. The program featured rock instruments, varied selections, and was praised as among the best concerts in West Scranton.

Plymouth William Toll Miles Mildred ‘Till Esther ‘Till England Mr. Till Mikece Weaat Reranton

Entertainment at Hampton Street Methodist church benefit

A Saturday evening program by Class No WA of the Sunday school featured Rev James Benninger as chairman. Mrs Stone played piano, Miss Clara Sandera sang, and several recitations were given by Reba Williams Cora Young Destie Diehl Bessie Richards Maud Wetherhog and Olive Brown. George King played cornet and a duet by Mrs Evans and Mrs Rerse followed. Elizabeth Nelser Edna Saxe sang a duet and Edward James offered a tenor solo. A Japanese tea with ice cream and cake concluded the event.

Eizell Andlenece Hampton Street Methodial Episcopal Church James Benninger Mrs Stone Clara Sandera Reba Williams Cora Young Destie Diehl Bessie Richards Maud Wetherhog Olive Brown George King

Mining company officers visit Delaware Lackawanna Western

The officers of the fine and accident funds of the Pyne Archibald Continental Hampton and Hyde Park mines of the Delaware Lackawanna and Western company visited.

Pyne, Archibald, Continental, Hampton Hyde Park Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Company

Hospital tour by mine officers praises new care facility

Monon Taylor hospital guided yesterday afternoon by Superintendent Thomas J Williams and mine officials. The purpose was to acquaint workers with superior treatment options for injuries in the mines. Officers will teach the men, with attendees from Pyne Archbald Continental Slyde Park Hampton. Public praise followed for the hospital's facilities.

Monon Taylor Hospital Thomas J. Williams Pyne Joseph Marsh Frank Dunstone John Coombe Archbald William Anthony

Funeral services for George Warner and J C Moyer

Funeral services were held yesterday for George Warner with Rev. John P. Moffat presiding and pallbearers David Rich arise H W Rivenberg Torado Keller and W Haydn Evan. Interment followed at Forest Hill Cemetery. J C Moyer’s rites occurred at Jackson Street Baptist Church with Rev. Thomas de Gruchy and Rev. James Hughes officiating. Roaring Brook lodge Knights of Pythias No 401, of which Moyer was a member, attended. Burial was at Forest Hill Cemetery.

John P. Moffat D. D Warhturn Street Presbyterian Church George Warner Moraine David Richarise H. W. Rivenberg Torado Keller W. Haydn Evan Forest Hill Cemetery J. C. Moyer Jackson Street Baptist Church Thomas de Gruchy James Hughes Roaring Brook Lodge Knights of Pythias Forest HU

Pastor Disclaims Responsibility for Christmas Exercises Ads

Rev. FL Mathews of the First Baptist church says he is not responsible for a publication of material about Christmas exercises. A solicitor had obtained adverts saying the piece benefits the new church, but Mathews only allowed church circulation if properly edited.

FL Mathews First Baptist Church Mathews

First Baptist Ladies Host Initial Supper for Building Fund

The ladies of the First Baptist church whose names begin with C D KE F and G will host another initial supper tomorrow at Mrs. Robert Perkins 12 North Lincoln Avenue. Servings run 6 to 9 PM with usual high quality fare at regular price. Public invited to support the building fund.

The First Baptist Church Robert Perkins North Lincoln Avenue

Funeral notices for Isaac Richards and John Gray

The funeral for Isaac Richards will be held tomorrow at 9 at 1422 North Lincoln Avenue with burial at Washburn Street Cemetery. A clam chowder supper is served at Mrs. W. L. Grass’s home on North Hyde Park Avenue this evening. The Plymouth Congregational church Christian Endeavor society meets tonight. The funeral for John Gray will occur.

Isaac Richards North Lincoln Avenue Washburn Street W. L. Grass Hyde Park Avenue Christian Endeavor Society Plymouth Congregational Church John Gray

Inexpensive Fashion Fabrics Sold At Local Store

A garbled excerpt describes various fabrics and price points, mentioning shades, widths around 1 to 4 inches, wool blends, satin polka dot options, and a claimed $1.00 value. The text references a local shop sale with fashion items suitable for dresses and waists, noting weathered colors and a high finish.

Practical Help for Suffering Women

Readers hear testimonials supporting Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Letters from Mavet Goon and Dott Stanley praise relief from female weakness, headaches, and weakness after using the remedy. Advice encourages seeking Mrs. Pinkham's guidance at Lynn Massachusetts for puzzling symptoms.

Lydia E. Pinkham

Local church and civic events headline Scranton edition

This afternoon at 2 30 o clock a member of Washington commandery No 232 Knights of Malta will attend. Washburn Street Presbyterian church women organized a literary society last evening. Jackson Street Baptist church members raise funds to pay off their mortgage. West Scranton residents attend Mauer’s band concert at the Lyceum. Miss Annie Argust of Washburn Street is slowly recovering from a severe attack of acute indigestion.

Washington Commandery Knights of Malta Washburn Street Presbyterian Church Jackson Street Baptist Church Soccere West Scranton Mavuer Lyceum Annie Argust Washburn Street

South Scranton Notes Boys Charged With Forcible Entry

Anthony Swirkowski swore out a warrant for Anthony and Stanislaus Wlezynsky Wladislaw Cerarkowsky Joseph Stardowski Johnny Swetala and Martin Karpineks aged 11 to 14 charging entry by force break of fence and gate vile language and threats. They were arrested and arraigned before Alderman Lentes and discharged after a severe reprimand.

Anthony Swirkowski Anthony Stanislaus Wlezynsky Wladislaw Cerarkowsky Joseph Standowski Johnny Swetala Martin Karpineks Lentes

Minister to lecture on Life in the Highlands of Scotland

Rev. Dr. W. G. Simpson of Asbury M E church will lecture Thursday evening at Moosic M E church on Life in the Highlands of Scotland. Miss Kate Crane and Patrick McAndrew will be wed at St. Paul’s church this afternoon at 3:30. Mr and Mrs J. & Miller plan to depart for Sterling in Wayne county. A. B. Lidstone of Dickson avenue seeks a place on the select council from the Thirteenth ward. Class No. 12 of Asbury M E Sunday School, aided by Mrs. Simpson, will hold a musical social in church parlors next Friday evening with a silver collection and invitations extended.

W. G. Simpson Aasbury Methodist Episcopal Church Moosic Methodist Episcopal Church Highlands of Scotland Kate Crane Patrick McAndrew St. Paul's Church Dickson Avenue Asbury Methodist Episcopal Sunday School

Grain-O health drink praised by grocers and families

Grain-O is a pure grain beverage said to aid digestion and strengthen nerves. It is described as non stimulant and suitable for children and adults, with a recommendation to buy from grocers.

Dunmore School Board Meeting Postponed for Quorum

A special meeting of the borough school directors in Dunmore was postponed again due to lack of a quorum. President Webber Secretary Kellam and Director Castello attended with Tax Collector W E Corell ready to proceed on exoneration of taxes.

Webber Kellam Castello W. E. Corell Miller Spencer Peck

Dunmore Lodge Plans Sunday Service and Meetings

Dunmore lodge No 1029 will attend divine services in a body at the Methodist Episcopal church Sunday evening. Rev A J Van Cleft will deliver the address to members. High School alumni plan a central school building meeting Thursday evening to arrange a Christmas banquet. Rev James Hughes lecture from South Africa is proposed. Dudley Street Capital church Thursday evening will host a British Boer War interest gathering.

Dunmore Lodge United Americans Mechanics Methodist Episcopal Church A. J. van Cleft James Hughes South Africa Dudley Street Bapital

Woestory frame school contract in Throop in trouble

The Throop borough school board awarded Contractors Brink & Evans a contract in October for a Woestory frame school building. The Nov 20 completion date has passed with little progress. Letters request extensions, but members doubt approval and consider reletting. Daily penalties of five dollars apply for each day past due.

Throop Borough School Board Brink & Evans Brink & Evens

Syracuse student resumes studies for ministry

Dayton Ellis of Church Street has returned to Syracuse University to resume his studies for the ministry. Miss Gilgailon of Archbald is visiting several days in town as the guest of Miss Mary Morrison on Walnut Street.

Dayton Ellis Church Street Syracuse University Gilgailon Archbald Mary Morrison Walnut Street

Town tax rebate closes November 26 1899

Notice states that the 1999 tax rebate ends November 26 1899. It lists dates November 22 23 24 and 25 with access for collecting taxes at the Borough building in Dunmore.

Dunmore Rica

Davis and Saxton Married at Providence Road Home

John Davis and Grace Saxton wed at high noon yesterday at the bride’s Providence road home in an unattended ceremony attended only by immediate family and friends. The couple left in the afternoon for Bethlehem for their honeymoon and will reside in North Scranton upon return.

John Davis Grace Saxton Providence Road Bethlehem Realde Scranton

Obituary: Mrs Rachel Pritchard of Olyphant

Mrs Rachel Pritchard died yesterday at her home in Olyphant after four weeks of pneumonia. Born in Wales in 188? she came to Olyphant in 18??, and lived there since. She attended the Congregational Honor church and left a large circle of friends. Survived by daughter Joan M Vivans and son Alvin Pritchard. Funeral Thursday afternoon from her late home on Lavkawan4 street.

Rachel Pritchard Olyphant Alvin Pritchard

Obituary notices for Knott and Walters families

Mrs. Joseph Knott of Brisbin died after a short illness and is survived by her husband and five children. Funeral tomorrow at 2 PM officiated by Rev. HR Olplinant and Rev. D T Cooking with interment at Washburn street cemetery. Stellan Walters, 1 year old, son of Mr. and Mrs. Grant Walters, died of diphtheria. private burial at Forest Hill cemetery today.

Joseph Knott Brisbin Meredith Morgans Company Street D. T. Cooking First Welsh Baptist Church Washburn Street Stellan Grant Walters Bromley Avenue Forest Hil

Uncalled for Letters at Scranton Post Office List

Uncalled for letters remaining at Scranton post over on November 22 include numerous names such as Kerry H Ripple P M, American Sick and Accident Society, Anthesette Hotel Co, E Anderson, John Baur, Joe Bisting, Rose Barth, Marco Barrowman, Dr C F Harker, H Brown, T H Baker, M H Bates, Ralph L Barber, William Blume & Co, Jake Base, Herman Beck, Michael Burke, J D Rowe, Charles Clirk, J J Chari, James Corcorin, James F Dillon and many others with titles and spouses. The notice requests claimants to advertise and provide date of list. Placeholder.

American Sick and Accident Society Anthesette Hotel Co E. Anderson John Baur Joe Bisting Rose Barth Marco Barrowman Dr. C.F. Harker H. Brown T. H. Baker M. H. Bates Ralph L. Barber William Blume Ll. Davin Pohin DeWitt William Daniela Mra Catharine Dougherty Benjamin Emory Eva B. Edwarda Kate Flunesgan Jefferson Avenue Henry Fitzgerald Kate Feetenden F. B. Gear J. W. Grey Hezekiah King Grint M. F. Gilmertin Harris Greentuum William Tarida B. Tobin Pastorniversalist Bifety George Wilson Maithe Wells Nettie Winters

Carbondale Couple’s Troubles Begin To Spark Scandal

A Carbondale couple tied to a troubled marriage finds their private disputes spilling into public view. Conflicting tantra and poetic exchanges become part of the unfolding matter, drawing attention to their household and reputations.

Alcatras Paying Company Seeks Bond Insurance for Hyde Park Payment

A representative from the Alcatras Paying company called the controller’s office yesterday requesting bond insurance as payment for the Hyde Park Avenue bill. The caller did not provide the necessary details or documents to complete the request.

Alcatras Hyde Park Avenue

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West Till Family Rock Band Awanta S&s Main Avenue S& Ayvard Inok Mila Line Sév Afr Globe Warehouse South Scranton Yester St. John’s Church Hall J. J. McCabe Mies Kate Reardon Thomas Cogge Avenue Meadow Brook Cedar Avenue Gibbons Street Green Ridge Dunmore Doings Dunmore Borough W. E. Correll Park Place Gerson Thaca Gersons Lackawanna Avenue Olplinant Jones Union Cemetery Scranton Post Office Scranton Postover Kerry H. Ripple P. M Carbondale Academy OF Music, Burgunder & Reis Lessees H. K K. Long Burrill Comedy Company Laura Hulbert Misarnmont Rip van Winkle Conservatory St. Luke's Parish House Godowsky Mra. J. Thompson Mis. Thompson Alcatraz Company Lyceum Theatre Peer & Reis Long God Thacher Geo. Thatcher Bly 4 Niblo Rily Gramercy Ailen Welchtman Green Themeon Matinees Larkin’ S Oriental Coons Beecham
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